Beyonce song in licensing dispute

New shipments of a Beyonce album released earlier this month will not include a remake of the song "I'm Kissing You" until a dispute about legal clearances are resolved, the pop star's management company said Friday.

The company's decision came after a copyright infringement lawsuit was filed against the singer and her record label on behalf of the song's co-writers, Des'ree Weeks and Timothy Atack.

"Unfortunately, there were some misunderstandings regarding whether Des'ree's song '(I'm) Kissing You' was cleared for release in the United States," said Music World Entertainment, which represents Beyonce.

Versions of Beyonce's album, "B'Day Deluxe Edition," released internationally will not be affected by the change, as they did not include the remake of the disputed track, the firm said.

"Kissing You" was originally recorded by singer Weeks and released in 1996.

Beyonce's remake, titled "Still In Love (Kissing You)," was included on versions of "B'Day Deluxe Edition" that were released in the U.S. beginning on April 3. A companion DVD to Beyonce's album also included a music video for the song.

In the complaint, which was filed in U.S. District Court in New York, The Royalty Network Inc., argues that even though Beyonce's version of the song has an altered title and additional lyrics, the singer and her record company failed to get a written agreement to release their remake.

The Royalty Network Inc., asked the court to order Sony BMG to stop distributing copies of the album with the song. The lawsuit also seeks to recover damages in excess of $150,000.

Representatives for The Royalty Network and Sony BMG declined to comment on the lawsuit Friday.

E-mails seeking comment were sent to Beyonce's record label.

Music World Entertainment declined to comment on the lawsuit.